Adorable Veggie Melts

• For the bread
• slices of cracked whole wheat bread↗2
• mayonnaise, for spreading↗
• For the topping
• olive oil↗2 tablespoons
• sliced mushrooms1 cup
• coarsely shredded zucchini1⁄2 cup
• onion finely sliced onion1⁄2 cup
• clove garlic, minced↗1
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• finely shredded monterey jack cheese1⁄4 cup
• finely shredded cheddar cheese1⁄4 cup
• slices tomatoes, ½ inch-thick↗4
• dash fresh ground pepper↗1
• finely shredded lettuce or fresh bean sprout, as desired

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the broiler.

2. 2

   Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Broil 4 to 5 inches from the heat source for about 2 minutes per side, or until lightly toasted.

4. 4

   (Or toast the bread in a toaster.) Spread 1 side of each slice with mayonnaise.

5. 5

   To make the topping: Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add the mushrooms, zucchini, onion, and garlic.

6. 6

   Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from the heat; stir in the salt and pepper.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust the seasoning.

9. 9

   Combine the cheeses in a small bowl.

10. 10

    Top each bread slice with 2 tomato slices, a sprinkling of pepper, and half of the sautéed vegetables, lettuce or bean sprouts, and the cheese mixture.

11. 11

    Place the sandwiches on the baking sheet.

12. 12

    Broil for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

13. 13

    Enjoy!